Chandrashila Winter Summit (4100 MT.)
Chandrasheela Summit is a rock face above the temple of Tungnath, the highest of all the temples in the Himalayas. It is a short but rigorous hike beyond the temple. The Chandrasheela Summit affords the most beautiful view of the Nandadevi, Trishul, Kedarpeak and Chaukhamba peaks. If the sky is clear you feel that you are sitting in a sea of mountains. The oak forest through which you trek to the summit abounds in wild life especially foxes, peasants, musk-deer and leopards. Nonetheless, it is safe, as the animals keep away from the trail. Begin at Chopta - one of the most mesmerizing Alpine meadows in Garhwal Himalayas with excellent camping opportunities. |
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Day 1:Arrive Delhi TBA TBA
Welcome to India- a country where hospitality is a way of life to a culture steeped in tradition, a land where history lives in music and dance. You will be received at the airport in a traditional manner with garlands and proceed to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2:Delhi Rishikesh Surface-225KM. 0800 HRS
Morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh via Haridwar. Rishikesh is known as 'Gateway to Himalayas' and center of Yoga & Meditation.Upon arrival check in at hotel. In the afternoon visit various Ashrams and Temples. Enjoy the 'Ganga Aarti' in the evening. Overnight stay in hotel.
RISHIKESH: Situated at the foothills of Garhwal himalayas, Rishikesh is a gateway to the important religious places of Badrinath, Gangotri, Kedernath and Yamunotri. Also it is home to many Ashrams. Ashrams are centres for spritual studies, meditition, Yoga, sacred prayers besides being residential centres for the resident gurus.
Day 3:Rishikesh Surface 0700 HRS
Chopta 180 KM.
Morning after breakfast drive to Chopta which is one of the most beautiful spot in this part of the Himalaya passing through lush green landscapes strecheing almost 40 kms.Apart of humans it is also inhabitate by rare Himalayan species like the Snow Leapord,Musk Deer,Snow Fox,Monal etc.Put up camp on arrival and relax in the evening.
Overnight stay in camp.
Day 4:Chopta Surface: 56 KM. 0700 HRS
Devaria Tal Trek: 6 KM.
Morning after breakfast drive to Sari Village and then trek to Devaria Tal.
Devria Tal is one of the finest Himalayan lakes. On arrival enjoy the panoramic view of greater Himalayan range view of Mt Chaukhamba,Kedarnath,Bhrigupanth etc.Explore the surrounding area and later trek down to Sari and drive back to Chopta for over night stay.
Day 5:Chopta Trek 0700 HRS
Tungnath 8 KM.
Chandrashila
Chopta
Morning after breakfast start early trek to the temple of Tungnath and Chandrashila. Tungnath is one of the highest Shiva temples in Garhwal. Further proceed to Chandrashilla peak.The summit of the Chandrashilla peak provides a breathtaking 360 degree view of Himalayan Peaks.
Return trek to Chopta for overnight stay.
Day 6:Chopta Drive 0800 HRS
Rishikesh 180 KM.
Morning after breakfast drive down to Rishikesh,En route visit to confluence of River Alaknanda and Mandakini at Rudraprayag.
Up on arrival check in to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7:Rishikesh Surface 0800 HRS
Delhi 224 KM.
Morning after breakfast drive down to Delhi en-route visit
Hari Ki Pauri at Haridwar. The holy city of Haridwar is home to some of the Most sacred Hindu rituals. Round the year, devotees from all over the country flock here in their thousands to perform "Poojas" or prayers. Renowned for the "Maha Kumbh Mela" which appears Every 12 years. Visit to Mansa Devi Temple through the Rope Way. The temple atop the Bilwa Parvat is dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi. One can have a panoramic view of Haridwar alon with River Ganges.Later on drive down to Delhi.
Arrive Delhi and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8:Delhi Surface 0800 HRS
Morning after breakfast proceed for combined tour of Old & New Delhi.
Red Fort (Delhi's most magnificient monument was built by Emperor Shah Jehan. Some of the buildings it encloses are Diwani-am,Diwani-Khas, Rang Maha,the pearl Mosque),
Jama Masjid (is the largest Mosque in India. Built in 1656,it is an eloquent reminder of the Mughal religious fervour)
Raj Ghat (memorial of Mahatama Gandhi, father of the Nation).
Drive past
Parliament House (This circular shaped colonnaded building houses the two houses of parliament-the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha),
Rashtrapati Bhawan (is the official residence of the President of India. Formerly the residence of the Viceroy of India, it has a magnificent view of the Rajpath and symmetrical North and South block Govt offices)
India Gate (is a majestic high arch, 42 metres high, built as a memorial to the Indian Soldiers killed in World War 1).
Day 9:Depart Delhi Flight TBA
Early morning departure transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
